IPL 2021: It’s a bit of a shoulder niggle - Chris Lynn reveals reason behind Hardik Pandya not bowling vs RCB

IPL 2021: Mumbai Indians opener Chris Lynn said shoulder niggle was the reason behind team's all-rounder Hardik Pandya not bowling in the season opener against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Friday.

Ahead of the IPL 2021, Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond had said that Hardik Pandya was coming in the tournament as an all-rounder. With just 160 to defend in the season opener versus Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Friday, Hardik Pandya was expected to play an important role for the 5-time champions. But the 27-year-old stayed away from any sort of bowling action as RCB won the match by 2 wickets on the final ball of the 20th over. Much to the surprise of everyone, Hardik Pandya was seen using underarm throws while fielding at the boundary ropes. The on-air commentators were also curious after witnessing a relay-fielding courtesy Hardik's underarm throw.